My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
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My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
Ok guys.
I was driving from work the other day and while cruising i hear the car starting to sound like a WRX.
Just for a half a km or so then all is fine she ran great again.
Got home and switched off.
Next morning went to shops and back about 3 km and as i pull in at home there again in 3 cylinders ever since.
What i did so far is as follows:
Checked for spark. No 4 got no spark.
Changed spark plugs.
Changed coil packs and still no 4 no spark.
Did check my CAS Fuel injectors and fuel press and a good compression test and all good.
Not sure if it can be the ignitor or a wire break in the loom somewhere ?
Need some input as this is baffling me.
Thanks In advance guys.
I was driving from work the other day and while cruising i hear the car starting to sound like a WRX.
Just for a half a km or so then all is fine she ran great again.
Got home and switched off.
Next morning went to shops and back about 3 km and as i pull in at home there again in 3 cylinders ever since.
What i did so far is as follows:
Checked for spark. No 4 got no spark.
Changed spark plugs.
Changed coil packs and still no 4 no spark.
Did check my CAS Fuel injectors and fuel press and a good compression test and all good.
Not sure if it can be the ignitor or a wire break in the loom somewhere ?
Need some input as this is baffling me.
Thanks In advance guys.
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
If I remember correctly there's a earth wire that earths the coils loom, make sure it's still connected.
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
Did u do a compression test out of intrest
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
ok did check earth but will go double check.
Reason for compression test is that i did the cylinder head last year October and thought the gasket might have blown.
Also to ease my mind that the cylinders is healthy reading about 150-160 psi.
When i have time i will go check the wiring for continuity and also check all possible earthing points.
Reason for compression test is that i did the cylinder head last year October and thought the gasket might have blown.
Also to ease my mind that the cylinders is healthy reading about 150-160 psi.
When i have time i will go check the wiring for continuity and also check all possible earthing points.
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
Injector not blocked
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
injector is functioning 100% .
When changed plugs it was wet covered in fuel.
When changed plugs it was wet covered in fuel.
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
Does it misfire all the time or when car has warmed up? Had similar issue
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
Yes it is constant at startup and definitely a dead cylinder.
I disconnected the fuel injector until i can sort it out.
I only drive if it is extremely important.
Give back my cylinder ...
I disconnected the fuel injector until i can sort it out.
I only drive if it is extremely important.
Give back my cylinder ...
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
See if a fellow friend will borrow you an ignitor to try. Im very sure thats the problem
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
Where about are u?
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
my thought also the ignitor or so ... i am staying near Simon's Town in Glencairn.
Otherwise i should just get a management system fitted.
Otherwise i should just get a management system fitted.
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
I have 1. Can u pickup in ottery?
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
sure if it is ok must i travel with my car or pick it up rather with the bike if weather permits ?
Oh and just say when and where.
Thanks hope this solves it.
Oh and just say when and where.
Thanks hope this solves it.
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
Come with your bike if you can. Its a bit of a distance to drive on 3 cylinders. You can pick it up and try it. Hope it solves ur prob
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Re: My CA running on 3 cylinders only.
Thanks a mil.
Lets say tomorrow afternoon after work or definitely on Wednesday. Will let you know.
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Lets say tomorrow afternoon after work or definitely on Wednesday. Will let you know.
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